How To Fix CFD_APPL_RUNTIME017 - Error while getting value help definition for custom field &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CFD_APPL_RUNTIME - Custom Fields: Application Runtime Messages

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Error while getting value help definition for custom field &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CFD_APPL_RUNTIME017 - Error while getting value help definition for custom field &1. ?

  The SAP error message CFD_APPL_RUNTIME017, which states "Error while getting value help definition for custom field &1," typically occurs in the context of SAP Fiori applications or when working with custom fields in the SAP S/4HANA environment. This error indicates that there is an issue retrieving the value help (dropdown list) for a custom field.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Value Help Definition: The custom field may not have a defined value help or the value help definition is missing in the backend.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the value help for the custom field.
  Data Model Issues: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the data model or the underlying database table related to the custom field.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the Custom Fields and Logic app or in the Fiori app configuration can lead to this error.
  Transport Issues: If the custom field was recently transported from a development environment to a production environment, there may be issues with the transport not including all necessary components.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Value Help Definition:
  
  Go to the Custom Fields and Logic app in the SAP Fiori launchpad.
  Verify that the value help is correctly defined for the custom field in question.
  If it is missing, create or adjust the value help definition.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the custom field and its value help.
  Check the roles assigned to the user and make adjustments if needed.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Model:
  
  Check the underlying data model for any inconsistencies or errors.
  Ensure that the custom field is correctly mapped to the appropriate database table and that the data types are compatible.
  
  
  
  Reconfigure Custom Fields:
  
  If there are configuration errors, consider reconfiguring the custom field and its associated value help.
  Make sure that all necessary settings are correctly applied.
  
  
  
  Check Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all components related to the custom field and its value help were included in the transport request.
  If necessary, re-transport the missing components.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the application to identify the exact point of failure when trying to retrieve the value help.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for Custom Fields and Logic to ensure that you are following best practices for defining and using custom fields.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the CFD_APPL_RUNTIME017 error in your SAP environment.